Virgin Start Up Loan

Aimed at potential entrepreneurs living in England who are seeking help and finance to start a business, Richard Branson’s latest venture, Virgin Start Up. More Information

Premises to Rent

If you’ve got a growing business and need to find workspace, Enterprise First can help! We have flexible and affordable units available to rent in Southampton, Paulsgrove, Fareham and Liss all with a straightforward license agreement. More Information

Start & Grow

Pre and post start support to individuals who have aspirations to start a business that will require start-up funding to get it off the ground and expects to employ people from its early stages. Support provided through Start & Grow is tailored to the individual needs of the owner and the business idea. More Information

Enterprise First – solutions for business

Need help with writing a business plan, securing funding, scaling up or just want a bit of advice?

Finding solutions is at the heart of what we do. Our experienced adviser team work with you on a one on one basis to offer a bespoke package of support.

New Enterprise Allowance

The NEA (New Enterprise Allowance) Scheme is a Jobcentre Plus funded programme to help unemployed people claiming Jobseeker's Allowance to start their own business or to become self-employed.

You MUST be referred to see one of our team by a Jobcentre Plus adviser, so if you live in Hampshire and believe you are eligible then please ask to be referred by your JCP Adviser.

If you are successful in being put forward on the scheme, a mentor will be provided to assist you with the production of your Business Plan and Cash Flow. Both of these elements are a requirement of the scheme.